Originally published in 1904 and republished by City Lights in 1970, this exciting essay is again being placed in the hands of a new generation of writers and readers. In these notes to a lecture never given, Whitman exhorts his readers to explore the potential of an original American language, to practice a great democracy of words: words that would be welcomed by the nation, being of the national blood--words that would give that taste of identity and locality which is so dear to literature.
Read More
Originally published in 1904 and republished by City Lights in 1970, this exciting essay is again being placed in the hands of a new generation of writers and readers. In these notes to a lecture never given, Whitman exhorts his readers to explore the potential of an original American language, to practice a great democracy of words: words that would be welcomed by the nation, being of the national blood--words that would give that taste of identity and locality which is so dear to literature.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very Good+ Crisp, clean pages; no owners' marks; the soft cover shows a little very light corner wear, otherwise excellent. [xvii], 44pp. Reproduced from the Small, Maynard edition of 1904Contains three facsimile pages of the original, unfinished manuscript.